"Coordinator for Experiential Learning – STEM"

Job Description

The Coordinator for Experiential Learning – STEM, under the direction of the Title V Project Director and in collaboration with STEM Division, will coordinate experiential learning opportunities (ELOs), and engage students in active career planning and exploration, beginning with the fields of Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Cyber Forensics, then extending to other STEM Division programs. By strengthening the Colleges relationships with outside employers and community organizations, the Coordinator will facilitate STEM student placement in internships and fieldwork. In addition, the Coordinator will support instructors in the development of ELOs using industry-specific technological tools in the Cyber Center, and Innovation Center, and oversee the grant resources.

Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Develop, expand, and facilitate placement in work-based learning experiences including, but not limited to, internships and fieldwork for Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Cyber Forensics, then extending to other STEM Division programs.
• Strengthen and maintain the Colleges relationship with outside employers and community organizations in the STEM fields.
• Develop and facilitate career development activities to all STEM students including but not limited to workshops, on-demand skills training, professional connections, career exploration, resume preparation, and interview preparation.
• Coordinate professional development for staff and faculty on the best practices of student career development and training on use of industry-specific technological tools in the Cyber Center and Innovation Center.
• Collaborate with Cyber Center Coordinator and STEM instructors to develop on-campus, industry-specific ELOs that may include relevant technological tools in the Cyber Center and Innovation Center.
• Develop a career workshop series for STEM students.
• Conduct annual assessment of relevant industry-specific technological tools for the STEM programs. Recommend updates to tools in the Cyber Center and Innovation Center based on data-informed decision-making.
• Provide weekly grant usage reports for the Career Development activities.
• Promote ELOs through informational sessions, Canvas, social media, class visits, etc.
• Collect data and assess results of experiential learning on student learning outcomes. Recommend modifications to existing services based on data-informed decision-making.
• Prepare and submit reports to the Title V Project Director, as required.
• Research and inform project staff/faculty on best practices in experiential learning for student success.
• Share grant updates and available resources for including ELOs in the classroom and in other areas of the college with the Experiential Education Advisory Committee.
• Collaborate with the Title V Preparing Union Students for Career Success staff, faculty, and Program Advisory Team on student success and retention initiatives.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

Bachelors degree required with related experience.

Experience

• Title V Grant, EOF, or related cohort-based program experience working directly with students.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Experience working in experiential and service-learning programs.
• Knowledge of industry-specific technological tools for Computer Science and Cyber programs.
• Proven record of building partnerships with employers and agencies.
• Experience with student learning outcomes assessment.

Competencies and Skills Required

• Commitment to the goal of improving student success for Hispanics/Latinx students.
• Proven ability to manage grant timelines and meet project objectives and goals.
• Problem-solving skills and data analysis experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Knowledge of career development tools.
• Familiarity with Ellucian Colleague, Business Objects, Canvas, and project management tools.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This positions duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Some travel required.

Salary

$53,270- $56,000

Additional Information

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs.

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten-week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.

Terms of Employment

Full-time grant funded position (Title V Grant-Developing Hispanic Serving Institutions). Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours will be required. Ability and willingness to travel on short notice to all on and off- campus sites as needed by the college. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.

Grant Positions: Position will be terminated upon expiration of grant funding.

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